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Canstruction OC 2012 Winners!

The winners for the Canstruction OC 2012 Awards have been announced! A big congratulations to everyone involved in Canstruction this year! The event was a huge success and we appreciate everyone who worked to make this happen. Please stay tuned to our blog for the story and professional photos highlighting the Canstruction Gala!

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